Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F/4 S Information
NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S
Perspective that awakens the imagination.
The ultra-wide zoom. A travel and landscape photographers' go-to lens for
establishing a sense of place and pushing perspective. Capable of scenic
photography that's consistently sharp throughout the entire frame. Video so
clean and smooth it rivals real life and elevates the look and feel of
camera movement. And for the first time in a full-frame ultra-wide lens, the
creative and practical flexibility of attachable filters. The possibilities
are as wide-reaching as the 14-30mm field of view. This is a lens that
embodies the spirit of Z.
NIKKOR Z Lens Technology
NIKKOR Z BROCHURE
A next-generation ultra-wide angle zoom
Breakthrough performance and capabilities
A compact 14 to 30mm zoom range with a fixed f/4 aperture and outstanding
image quality. Experience edge-to-edge sharpness even when shooting wide
open. Shoot stills or video in near-silence. This is an essential lens for
travel, adventure, events, video and everything in between.
Superior optical performance
Impressive aberration correction—virtually zero flare, ghosting, coma or
chromatic, spherical and axial aberration, even at the far edges of the
frame. Plus dirt, dust and water-repelling safeguards.
NANO
CRYSTAL COAT
REDUCES GHOSTING & FLARE
REPELS DIRT, DUST & WATER
4
ED GLASS ELEMENTS
CORRECTS CHROMATIC ABERRATIONS
4
ASPHERICAL LENS ELEMENTS
A small lens for big ideas
14-30mm full-frame perspective
Smoothly go from an ultra-wide 14mm view to a more natural perspective of
30mm. Capture subjects less than a foot away with fully-immersive
backgrounds and expansive vistas with detail and sharpness from corner to
far-reaching corner. The NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S is perfect for adding depth
and drama to stills and video and its outstanding portability makes it an
ideal partner for compact Z series cameras.
Fixed f/4 aperture
The large-diameter Z Mount gathers more light, especially at the frame
edges. Shoot wide open while maintaining high image quality across the
entire zoom range without affecting exposure. The 14-30mm f/4 exemplifies
what's possible with NIKKOR Z lenses.
Space-saving design
A retractable lens mechanism collapses the lens down to a mere 3.5 inches
and locks it in place for safe and minimal packing.
Smooth, quiet autofocus
Nikon’s Stepping Motor (STM) provides smooth, fast and quiet autofocusing.
Where camera noise is an issue—weddings, ceremonies and in video
production—STM is a silent partner.
World’s first* 14mm filter-attachable lens
The NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S’s front lens element is nearly flat, making it the
first filter-attachable 14mm full frame NIKKOR lens. This advancement in optical
design makes it possible to add an 82mm circular polarizer to dramatically
reduce reflections for the purpose of enhancing colors and increasing contrast.
Add a neutral-density filter to reduce light intensity and decrease shutter
speed—perfect for emphasizing motion blur or for video applications where large
apertures need to be used in daylight.
*Among FX-format (full-frame) compatible interchangeable lenses for digital
cameras, available as of January 8, 2019. Based on Nikon research.
Set the scene
An essential video lens
Create beautifully detailed establishing shots that draw the viewer in.
Focus as close as approx. 11 inches for story-telling context in wide, tight
interiors. This is an indispensable lens with an essential angle of view for
serious videographers and filmmakers. The NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S's small,
agile design feels as at home in a hand as it does in a rig. Either way, Z's
advanced 5-axis VR and additional electronic VR image stabilization
effectively eliminate unwanted camera shake and vibration. The new quiet
stepping motor ensures smooth, clean focusing; focus breathing has been
virtually eliminated for a consistent view as you zoom in or out.
The front line of an imaging revolution
Next-generation Z design and optics
Z lenses, perfectly matched to Z camera bodies, are designed with a sense
of consistency that combines reliability and beauty with next-dimension
optical performance for freedom in image creation.
Customizable Control Ring
Can be used for manual focusing (default), aperture control (great for iris
transitions during video recording) or exposure compensation.
Dust and Drip Resistant
Extensively sealed to keep dust and moisture out, especially around all
moving parts of the lens barrel, for worry-free durability.
Dual Detect 5 Axis VR
Uses the Z cameras' superior in-camera image stabilization system for up to
5 stops* of pitch, roll, yaw, X and Y shake correction. Additional
electronic VR (e-VR) during video capture.
*Based on CIPA
Standard
Technology
Stepping Motor
NIKKOR Z lenses use a stepping motor for fast, accurate, smooth, quiet
autofocus with reduced wobbling. This quiet drive system makes the lenses
ideal for use when shooting video.
ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass
An optical glass developed by Nikon that is used with normal optical glass
in telephoto lenses to obtain optimum correction of chromatic aberrations.
Aspherical Lens
A lens with a curved, non-spherical surface. Used to reduce aberrations and
enable a more compact lens size. Aspherical lenses minimize coma and other
types of lens aberrations, even when used at the widest aperture. They are
particularly useful in correcting distortion in wide-angle lenses and help
contribute to a lighter, more compact design by reducing the number of
standard (spherical) elements necessary. Aspherical lens elements correct
these distortions by continuously changing the refractive index from the
center of the lens.
Nano Crystal Coat
An anti-reflective coating developed by Nikon that virtually eliminates
internal lens element reflections across a wide range of wavelengths. Nano
Crystal Coat solves ghost effects caused by red light and effectively
reduces ghost and flare caused by light entering the lens diagonally.
Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism
An electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism in the lens barrel provides highly
accurate electronic diaphragm or aperture blade control when using auto
exposure during continuous shooting. With conventional D/G type lenses, the
diaphragm blades are operated by mechanical linkage levers.
IF Lens
A NIKKOR lens in which only the internal lens group shifts during focusing.
Thus, IF NIKKORS do not change in size during AF operation, allowing for
compact, lightweight lenses capable of closer focusing distances. These
lenses will be designated with the abbreviation IF on the lens barrel.
Fluorine Coat
Photographers need gear that can withstand the elements. Nikon’s fluorine
coat effectively repels dust, water droplets, grease or dirt, ensuring easy
removal even when they adhere to the lens surface. Nikon’s fluorine coat
endures a high frequency of lens surface wiping and its anti-reflective
effect also contributes to the capture of clear images.
Super Integrated Coating
Nikon Super Integrated Coating is Nikon's term for its multilayer coating
of the optical elements in NIKKOR lenses.
The lens incorporates an electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism. The following
cameras are compatible with this lens: Z 7, Z 6.
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